MORGANS SCHOOL 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS

friendsofmorgans
Apr 27
3 min read

Updated: Apr 29

Aerial view of people forming "75" on a green field beside a school building under a cloudy sky, celebrating an event with a joyful mood.

Morgans celebrated 75 years on Saturday 26th April, by inviting former pupils and teachers into the school for an emotional trip down memory lane!

Blue "75" with brown squirrel inside zero, and "YEARS" in white text on blue, symbolizing an anniversary.

Morgans School opened the doors to former pupils and teachers on Saturday 26th April to celebrate our 75th Anniversary!

It was an incredibe turnout with just over 200 visitors travelling to Hertford from all over the country (and beyond!!) to enjoy a sunny afternoon at Morgans, including some of the very first intake of pupils from when the school opened in 1950.

It was a joy listening to people's stories and seeing old friends reconnect. Thank you to everyone who attended and to our little army of organisers and helpers.

View the video below to hear memories of Morgans from former teachers and pupils:

Morgans Memories video, with thanks to Paul Crowley

morgans through the decades

There was a fantastic presentation on the History of Morgans School courtesy of Hertfordshire Archives in the school hall, along with tours of the school and lots of photographs and memorabilia to reminisce over.

Audience seated in a hall listens to a speaker at Morgans Primary School's 75th celebration. Blue curtains, slideshow, engaging atmosphere. — Current Headteacher, Helen Melidoro, welcoming guests to the anniversary celebrations at Morgans School.

Audience seated in a hall with blue curtains watches a presentation on a large screen. A speaker stands at the front, addressing the group. — Sarah Kerrison from Hertfordshire Archives presenting a history of Morgans School.

Grey-haired woman in maroon vest reads a book at a table with photos. Blue chairs and white tablecloths in a hall convey a nostalgic mood. — A trip down memory lane.

Child in pink hoodie views photo board; two adults explore documents in room with blue curtains, creating a nostalgic, warm setting. — Hunting for relatives in the Morgans memory wall.

People observe a large "75" wall display with blue patterns. Colorful outfits and festive bunting set a celebratory tone. — Pupils trying to spot the tile they created for the Morgans Anniversary mosaic.

Young girl smiling at a stall with mugs, badges, and bookmarks on a red tablecloth. Sign in background reads "Nurturing Life-Long Learning." — Morgans memorabilia for sale! Commemorative mugs, bookmarks and badges.

Morgans memories

Former pupils had the chance to explore the school grounds and relive their time at Morgans. Emotions ran high as old friends reconnected and early memories were triggered.

People shared fond memories of swimming in the outdoor pool, the paddling pool in the infants' playground, playing on the old fire engine and walled maze.

A wonderful moment when 4 men who were in the very first class at Morgans in 1950 were reunited with a former classmate. Not a dry eye in the house!

The first ever Morgans pupils took a trip down memory lane, visiting their old classrooms and touring the grounds.

Former pupils and family members of former staff enjoying a photo op by the new mosaic.

Back row: Fiona Lloyd (Martin), Caroline Satchel, Penny Cole, Brigitte Nelson (Cole), Sharon Boulton (Cole), Ann Froud (Norris), Graham Sledge.

Front row: Russell Stinton, Mary Wilkerson (Johnstone), Sue Pole

A group of people posing in front of a mural with "Morgans 75" in colorful and blue patterns. — Friends reunited: Morgans Pupils from the 60s and 70s

A woman in a red blazer with a mayoral chain stands with a man in a "Wyoming" T-shirt holding a walker. Indoor event with blue curtains. — Gordon Admans (class of 1952) meeting the Mayor of Hertford, Rachel Carter

Two women smiling behind a low brick wall in a park with lush green trees. One wears a black polka dot top, the other in white stripes. — Reminiscing about playing in the 'walled maze'

Four people smile outside Morgans School reception. One elderly person is in a wheelchair. Bright, sunny day with a grassy area. — 3 generations of Morgans alumni!

Classroom with red chairs, desks, books, and a large screen. A lady in a wheelchair smiles near a flip chart. — Mrs Broomfield back in the classroom, having taught at Morgans for 23 years!

Group of six smiling people in front of a colorful "MORGANS 75" mural on a tiled wall. Casual attire suggests a celebratory gathering. — Three generations of Morgan’s pupils. Valerie (was Knight) being one of the first in 1950 and Jessica who left in 2022.

Group of six women smiling in front of a mosaic wall with "MORIANS 75" text. Blue and white tiles create a cheerful, celebratory mood. — Ann Broomfield, Lucy Connolly (Headteacher), Maggie Mobley, Wendy Adams, Denise Murless

Elderly woman in a wheelchair wearing a patterned sweater chats with a woman in a striped dress. Warm, friendly mood with wood floor. — Colleagues catching up: Ann Broomfield and Cynthia Pike (Prince)

Three people smiling indoors, beneath blue bunting flags. One wears a leopard print top. Visible signs read "Morgans Gin." Warm atmosphere. — John White, Sue Cloake (Pole), Nick Martin. School years: 1967, 1970, 1967

share your memories of morgans

If you have any photos from the event (or can help us with names of people already pictured), or have some memories you'd like to share please email us at friendsofmorgans@gmail.com and we will add them to this post.